Director, New Business Development

Sysco; Gibsonton (FL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel up to 25%

Job summary

Sysco West Coast Florida, Inc. is seeking a seasoned leader to head the Local New Business Development team for the US-FL-Tampa region.

You will drive profitable growth by defining long-term goals, identifying opportunities through advanced analytics, and negotiating local contracts to win new customers. The role includes recruiting and assigning LNBD staff, ensuring accurate pipeline performance, and coordinating with regional leadership to execute the strategic plan and training initiatives.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of growing sales and leading teams.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Ability to analyze data and translate insights into actionable plans.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of Local New Business Developers for a specific region.
• Define long-term strategic goals and identify opportunities leveraging analytics.
• Recruit and allocate LNBD headcount; manage LNBD pipeline and plans.
• Coordinate prospect visits and develop profitable new customer contracts.

Skills

Sales leadership

Negotiation

Public speaking

Analytical thinking

Organization

Education

BS/BA in Business, Marketing, Agriculture/Animal Science or related

Job description

Company:

US0037 Sysco West Coast Florida, Inc.

Sales Territory:

US-FL-Tampa

Zip Code:

33566

Travel Percentage:

Up to 25%

COMPENSATION INFORMATION:

The pay range provided is not indicative of Sysco’s actual pay range but is merely algorithmic and provided for generalized comparison. Factors that may be used to determine rate of pay include specific skills, work location, work experience and other individualized factors

Position Purpose:

• This position will lead a team of Local New Business Developers for a specific region
• Responsible for driving profitable new customer growth by defining long-term strategic goals, identifying business opportunities (leveraging advanced analytics), and negotiating local contracts to secure the business
• Responsible for recruiting and allocation of LNBD headcount
• Responsible for accuracy in LNBD pipeline and strategic planning of new business

Primary Responsibilities:

• Works closely with Region Leadership Team, Business Resources, and SSMG leadership to define long-term strategic new business development goals and strategy
• Leverages advanced analytics to prioritize business opportunities within respective region (Ensure LNBD resources are assigned to the right opportunities)
• Maintains team focus on key priorities for the quarter and year
• Leads monthly Local New Business Development meetings, and ensures action items assigned are carried out
• Coaching LNBD’s
• Responsible for Performance Management of LNBD’s performance and routines.
• Design and implement formal training programs for LNBD’s with major focus on profitable modeling of new customers, strengthening key customer relationships.
• Establish ongoing training and development of LNBD’s through participation in General Sales Meetings, promotions, and Food Shows / customer events.
• Facilitate work withs to ensure coaching of prospect visits and cold calls
• Evaluate and coach LNBD’s in conjunction with Director of Business Resources / Sales leadership
• Coordinate/Execute Prospect visits and tours of Sysco facilities
• Ensure resources are leveraged to meet with prospects and include in prospect proposals

Education:

• Preferred: BS or BA Degree in Business, Marketing, Agriculture/Animal Science or related studies.

Experience:

• 10+ years relevant Sales experience
• Purchasing/Merchandising experience, preferred.
• 5+ years of foodservice sales experience, preferred.
• Experience working within a retail, wholesale or distribution environment

Skills:

Proven track record of growing sales directly or thought others. Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to develop and execute strategic sales plans. Excellent negotiation skills. Excellent verbal skills, ability to speak effectively in front of large groups. Problem resolution expertise. Ability to adapt to different markets and philosophies. Strong attention to detail and follow up.

BENEFITS INFORMATION:

• For information on Sysco’s Benefits, please visit https://SyscoBenefits.com

OVERVIEW:

Sysco is the global leader in foodservice distribution. With over 71,000 colleagues and a fleet of over 13,000 vehicles, Sysco operates approximately 333 distribution facilities worldwide and serves more than 700,000 customer locations.

We offer our colleagues the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, to contribute to the success of a dynamic organization, and to serve others in a manner that exceeds their expectations. We’re looking for talented, hard-working individuals to join our team. Come grow with us and let us show you why Sysco is at the heart of food and service.

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION STATEMENT:

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmitive Action employer, and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law.

This opportunityis available through Sysco Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates.